AmFirst hosted its Annual Charity Golf Tournament at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Oxmoor Valley, raising $160,000 to support local nonprofit organizations. The funds will be evenly distributed among the four 2025 Community First recipients: Better Basics, The WellHouse, Garrett’s Place, and United Way Priority Veteran.This year’s event followed a four-person … [Read more...]
Board-certified nurse practitioner releases debut book, The Transform 52 Plan
What if transforming your health didn’t require an overwhelming overhaul, but just one small change every two weeks? In her debut book The Transform 52 Plan, Kate Brand introduces a practical, science-based approach to improving health and reducing chronic disease risk—one step at a time.The Transform 52 Plan guides readers through a year-long journey of meaningful, … [Read more...]
Burger King: An Interview with Instagram burger reviewer TE Fedneck
By Lee HurleyA few months ago I started seeing something interesting on my Instagram feed. A middle aged guy with reading specs on his nose doing hamburger reviews. The clips were irreverent, honest and even educational and they began to go viral. Nothing like humor and truth to attract a crowd. His handle is @the_fedneck TE which stands for Trey Echols Well Fed … [Read more...]
Decking the Halls: Florist Buffy Hargett Miller shares her tips for holiday decorating.
By Madoline Markham KoonceBuffy Hargett Miller has been creating Christmas magic as long as she can remember. Her floral designs have been featured on covers of Southern Living, Country Living, VERANDA and other magazines, and she has styled beautiful tablescapes, vignettes and holiday decor for countless magazine images and homes in Birmingham.After decades … [Read more...]
A Heart of Hospitality: The former Innova coffee shop owners are sharing about hospitality—and tips for the holidays—in a new book
By Madoline Markham KoonceTo step into Anna and Tyler Nash’s Vestavia Hills home, you must first walk through a cozy carport-turned-outdoor living space that beckons you to stop and sit a while. No matter if you stop there or inside in their kitchen or living room, you’re sure to exhale as they offer you a drink and bring you a plate of homemade treats—even if you’ve simply … [Read more...]